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Aug 28, 2020

Expert’s take: Four lessons from COVID-19 that should shape policy decisions everywhere

All crises have gendered impacts – simply put, they affect women and men, girls and boys in different ways.

Aug 27, 2020

Covid19 hasn't stopped #MCWAction and Advocacy!

Government Affairs and Advocacy have been busy promoting actions that will enhance the Montreal Council of Women's mission.

Aug 26, 2020

Call to endorse advocacy letter to ratify ILO C-190

Economic hardships and food insecurity have increased dramatically for those faced with unemployment and precarious work. Increased risks for work-related violence form part of these deteriorating socio-economic trends.

May 27, 2020

UN Women raises awareness of the shadow pandemic of violence against women during COVID-19

Public service announcement narrated by Oscar-winning actor highlights increase in domestic violence with call to support women in need

Apr 09, 2020

"Put women and girls at the centre of efforts to recover from COVID-19"

Statement by the UN Secretary-General António Guterres

Mar 26, 2020

Montreal Council of Women Joins Protest at Pornhub (Mindgeek) Headquarters and Demand Accountability

Full article by Linda Monteiro, MCW Editor and Member